Hi, I’m Dr. Christopher Bowman. Practicing dentistry at Christopher A. Bowman, DDS, PA is enjoyable and rewarding. I appreciate the relationships I have formed with my valued patients who trust me to care for their teeth. If you are one of my patients, let me thank you personally for allowing me to serve your dental…
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Periodontal Disease In North Carolina
Categories: Dental Health
Though most North Carolina residents are fairly health-conscious, periodontal disease is more common than you might think. At Christopher A. Bowman, DDS, PA, we see patients with gum disease every day. Some patients aren’t even aware they have it until Dr. Christopher Bowman diagnoses it. Fortunately, it can be treated with varying degrees of treatment…
How Do Veneers Create Stunning Smiles?
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
Veneers have a multitude of applications in Charlotte cosmetic dentistry. With veneers, you can transform your smile without significant restorative dental work. Is your tooth enamel worn and thin? Tooth-colored porcelain veneers have the brilliance and translucency of healthy tooth enamel. Many Dilworth dental patients have received veneers to cover worn enamel. Some believe they…
Oral Health For Dilworth Diabetics
Categories: General Dentistry
Today’s dental article is entitled ‘Oral Health For Dilworth Diabetics.’ Many Dilworth people with diabetes have dental problems. However, gum disease, tooth loss, and periodontal disease are not unavoidable. Blood sugar is the complicating factor. Diabetics who control their blood sugar have lower rates of dental problems. In fact, many dentists have noticed no increased…
Smokeless Is Not Harmless For Charlotte Tobacco Chewers
Categories: Dental Health
Hello Charlotte dental friends. Today’s topic is ‘The Dangers Of Smokeless Tobacco’. Cigarette sales at most stores have decreased in the past decade, but some tobacco consumers have switched to smokeless products. There is a common misconception in the Dilworth area (especially among teens) that smokeless tobacco is harmless. This is absolutely not true. Regardless…
Charlotte Dental News: Poor Oral Health And Heart Disease
Categories: Dental Health
Attention Charlotte dental patients: brushing twice daily may help lower your risk of heart disease. North Carolina scientists, dentists, and cardiologists have known for many years that there is a link between inflammation in the mouth (gum disease) and heart problems, However, a recent study analyzed oral health habits and heart disease risk. Science Daily…
Charlotte Tooth Whitening: What the ADA Has to Say
Categories: Teeth Whitening
When a cosmetic dentistry procedure becomes popular in the Charlotte and Myers Park areas, it’s natural to want to experience the dramatic results for yourself. However, responsible dental patients should know what the American Dental Association has to say regarding common cosmetic dentistry procedures such as teeth whitening. The ADA advises patients to speak with…
Relax. It’s Not The End Of The World.
Categories: General Dentistry
Today’s Christopher A. Bowman, DDS, PA post addresses one of the most feared dental procedures: the infamous root canal. If you are told that you need a root canal, don’t panic. Your dentist recommends this procedure when it is better for your tooth than the alternatives. A successful root canal (or endodontic treatment in dental-speak)…
Eruption Charts: Not As Scary As They Sound
Categories: Family Dentistry
Hello Dilworth! Thanks for visiting the Charlotte dental blog. Today we’re talking about eruption charts and what they are used for. First, an eruption chart is simply a listing of the different types of teeth in the mouth and when, on average, they come out, or ‘erupt’, from the gums. A primary teeth eruption chart…
Toothbrush Tantrums: When Your Child Won’t Brush
Categories: Family Dentistry
Your child’s primary teeth, or baby teeth, are just as essential to their health, speech development, and self-esteem as their permanent teeth. Some Charlotte parents we meet at Christopher A. Bowman, DDS, PA hold the misconception that the care of primary teeth is secondary to adult teeth, since they will eventually fall out. The truth…
